Free Downloads Old New England Splint Baskets And How To Make Them
The master basketmaker shares techniques developed over many years. Beautiful color photographs of antique New England baskets inspire readers to adapt the step-by-step instructions for creating three new baskets: a round, rectangular, and square-to-round basket with traditional techniques. A unique chapter on the old tools and molds used in past generations is fascinating reading to all who enjoy antique baskets.
Paperback: 100 pages
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing (July 1, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0887400450
ISBN-13: 978-0887400452
Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 0.4 x 11 inches
Shipping Weight: 14.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,449,683 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #163 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Crafts & Hobbies > Baskets #199 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Crafts & Hobbies > Folkcrafts
Well-written how-to shows how baskets were made in New England and how to recognize vintage baskets. The writing style is comfortable.
Great info, I just did not realize that the book was about using Ash trees.
I love it. Thanks Sheila
Lovely, informative book.
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